Groundman - Telecommunication Division

Responsible for understanding, upholding, and promoting the Everus 4EVER Strategy.

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As directed by the Foreman performs groundwork that is required to support crews involved with the installation, rearrangement, maintenance, operation, removal and inspection of outside overhead and underground telecommunication lines.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be Union eligible, must join Montana IBEW Local (under communication contract) prior to job offer.

• Current Commercial Driver's License with valid medical exam card is preferred. Willingness to obtain CDL will aid in the long-term success in this position.
• Current First Aid/CPR certification or willingness and ability to obtain.

• Works well in a group setting, able to follow directions when given.
• May need to respond under stressful or urgent situations.
• Awareness of all Safety regulations for Line Companies; knowledge of all Utility, N.E.S.C., DOT and OSHA Safety Rules.

• Entry level position requires the ability to operate various types of heavy equipment as requested by the Foreman. Willingness to learn equipment operation as part of job progression.
• Clears, sets up, and prepares work sites for aerial crews as directed by Foreman.
• When directed by Foreman, practices barricading on public highways and public right-of-ways to include the use of warning signs, devices and flagging procedures.
• Maintains and properly uses all tools assigned to him/her to ensure all are in proper working order at all times. May help to perform daily inspections on equipment including proper completion of forms.
• Follows directions from Foreman.
• Ensures company safety policies and procedures are followed. Responsible for knowledge of all safety regulations including all Utility, N.E.S.C, DOT, and OSHA Safety Rules.
• Job may include travel throughout the state of Montana.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Wage is per the Montana Communications contract. IBEW Locals 206, 532, 768 | Pay Range is based on experience $18.96 - $23.90
• Benefits are tied to union membership.
• Medical/Dental/Vision.
• Retirement plan contribution of 6% of earnings. Retirement plan contribution is not a match contribution occurs in the absence of employee contribution to retirement plan.

• Background check, MVR and drug screen required.
• Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans. EEO/AAP

Licenses & Certifications

• Commercial Drivers License

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities